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Angela Barra

All my love to you Kerri. You are courageous, brave and determined and you will make a difference to the lives of many xoxox

Kerri Saint

I would like to thank everyone here who has left such wonderful responses to my story. Yes! it is very hard to share such a tragic tale, but with each time I tell it someone is educated; an another adoptee is helped.
It was not easy making the decision to go public, infact it almost sent me in such a tale spin I thought I might not continue. Now 6 years on going public was the only way for me to tackle this issue, head on. I receive the odd call or letter every now and then, from adoptees from all over Australia, thanking me for taking the leap. My big leap has managed to open up a forum of education within their own communities, in the fish n chip shop the hair dresser, the video store etc, people are now talking about adoption, but now with eye's and ears wide open.
Since this has happened the adoptees to afraid to share are able to share with strangers or other family members secrets laid buried for a life time. To my utter surprise there has been strangers following my story from start to finish, eagerly reading what next move I was making to see justice done for adoptee's like myself. I know because I often bump into them in the street, the dentist, the hair dresser, the doctors surgery.
When you think as one lone person you can change nothing about your circumstances and it seems the whole world is against you, reality just lands gently on your shoulder or even smacks you fair in the face. It does not matter how disabled you are emotionally or physically, which I am both, if you beleive in something bad enough and persist enough, with the belief that the truth demands justice and a voice then it will happen.
Each day I made a choice to live my life with a purpose, I know my life matters despite all the horrible messages given to me as a child saying otherwise, despite my disabilities I have over come and helped others realise that they matter too.
It is really great to read comments left by perfect strangers who wish to leave an inspiring message of hope and encouragement, thank you it means a great deal to me that you have taken the time to send me a message of support. When there are days that get a little bit tough all I have to do is read these words of encouragement and empathy to help me get through those times. Your few words are worth a mountain of healing balm, thank you.
I wish to thank ABC for doing such a terrific job in approaching my story in such a lovely manner, it is everything I had hoped it would be.

Tessa Mapstone

It's hard to fathom the whole situation; to imagine that this was a policy and people let it happen. It makes you wonder, how different would life have been for Kerri and other forced-adoptees if they'd been allowed to stay with their natural mothers...
Heartbreaking. Kerri, for what it's worth, I'm sorry too.

Mic Smith

Sensitively told, glimpses of the feelings.

Kelly Butterworth

Such a heartbreaking story. Kerri, I admire your strength sharing it and Jo I love the shots used. Just a fantastic piece all around.

Jess

Lovely and touching piece Jo. Thank you Kerri for sharing your story.

Aaron Wynne

Horrible chapter in Australia's history! But definitely one that people need to know about. Very well shot Jo. Love the honesty and the rawness to the story.

Jess Hinchliffe

A lovely way to tell sad story - thanks for telling it Kerri. I also loved the dogs featuring in it Jo - gave it a lovely homey feeling.

Dan Battley

A beautiful insight into a tragic and sad situation. Kerri you are very brave and your strength to tell this story is inspiring. Thank you.

Gemma Deavin

Thank you for telling Kerri's moving story Jo. Kerri, thank you for sharing it. I agree with Brad. You are a very brave and special person. I am looking forward to watching part two.

Brad Marsellos

Made me have a good think about who I am. Thanks for sharing your story Kerri. You are a very brave and special person.